1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 3 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 310 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 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 505 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
