1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 160 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 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Maxi | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
