1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 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 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Maestro | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
