1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 64 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
