1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 12 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
