1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 474 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maxi | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
