1985 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1986 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
