1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maxi | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
