1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maxi | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2912 mm |
