1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxi | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |