1973 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. Both 1973 Austin Marina and 1989 Austin Maestro are equipped with a 1,275 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1989 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Marina | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
