1996 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1988 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
