1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 30 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 333 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maxi | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
