1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 Subaru Coupe were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 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 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 1983 Subaru Coupe 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 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
