1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1981 Austin Maxi and 1981 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 63 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 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. 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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maxi | Beta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
