2001 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 895 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
