1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 30 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1070 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Maestro | A7 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2914 mm |