1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 759 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Maxi | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
