1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 7 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | Metro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
