1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
