1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 245 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 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Maestro | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
