1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
