1971 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 291 kg more than 1971 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maxi | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
