1984 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1972 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
