1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus 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 (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
