1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 5 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 187 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
