1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | A4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
