1996 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 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 A4 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1989 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
