1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1983 Austin Maestro has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Austin Maestro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Today |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
