1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 350 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 406 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
