1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | Maestro | Fabia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |