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Austin Maxi

General information

ModelAustin Maxi
Year1980
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating51 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1485 ccm (90.61 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1485 ccm (90.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power70.00 PS (51 kW or 69 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque105 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) at 3100 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.2 x 81.4 mm (3.0 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0714 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight980 kg (2,160.5 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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