1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 69 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.
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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maxi | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
