1981 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 54 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 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 | 930 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
