1985 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
