1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 216 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Maxi | Guara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
