1995 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 1995 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1987 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
