1981 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Accord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
