2004 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 567 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1989 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
