1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 291 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
