1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 341 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maxi | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
