2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
