1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 19 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 815 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 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
