1980 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, both 1980 Audi 200 and 1980 Austin Maxi were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 200 | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 200 | Maxi |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 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 | 1266 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |