1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
