1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, both 1981 Austin Maxi and 1981 Chrysler Newport were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chrysler Newport 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 1981 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maxi | Newport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
