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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 487 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 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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 | 1275 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
