1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 360 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
