1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 284 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | Maestro | Satria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
