1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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. Both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1991 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 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 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
