1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 285 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, 2003 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2003 Opel Combo | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Combo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |