1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Arena weights approximately 160 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.
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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | Maestro | Arena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
