1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 196 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.
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 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 Saab 900 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | Maestro | 900 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |