1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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. Both 1983 Austin Maestro and 2005 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 141 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Maestro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
