1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Maxi | ForFour |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |