1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
