1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 426 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 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maestro | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 176 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 | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |