1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, both 1981 Austin Maxi and 1981 Zastava 132 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 132 weights approximately 110 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 Zastava 132 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 Zastava 132. 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 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Maxi | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | Maxi | 132 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |