1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxi | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
