1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Austin Maestro (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Maestro | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
