1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
