1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Maxi | V50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
