1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 6 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 70 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | Concerto |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |