1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maxi | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
