1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 535 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Maestro | 6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |