1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Holden Statesman 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 1983 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Maestro | Statesman |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |