1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Maestro | 205 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |