1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 125 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 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
