1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Twingo weights approximately 20 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 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
