1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
