1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1040 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
