1981 Austin Maxi vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 495 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maxi | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2615 mm |
