1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 49 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 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Maestro | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
