1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
