1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 17 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, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 1983 Austin Maestro (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | City |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |