1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Maxi weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
