1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
