1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
