1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 3 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox.
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, 1975 Audi Fox (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | Fox |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
