1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 498 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
