1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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, 1997 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 (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | Today |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |