1970 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 86 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
