2005 MCC Crossblade vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Crossblade (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Crossblade should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crossblade | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
