1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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. 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 160 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | 45 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
