1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 129 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 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
