1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Maestro | A6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 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 | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |