1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | TT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
