1975 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Austin Maxi
To start off, both 1975 Audi 80 and 1975 Austin Maxi were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 68 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1975 Austin Maxi | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | Maxi |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |