1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 320 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
