1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi.
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 Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxi | Caddy |
Year Released | 1978 | 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 | 69 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |