1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Maxi | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |