1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 44 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 19 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
