1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
