1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
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 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maestro | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
