1980 Audi Sport vs. 1987 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1987 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Sport | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
