1978 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 226 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
