1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 563 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Maestro | 6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |