1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 472 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, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Maestro | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
