1983 Audi 80 vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
