1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 192 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 Volkswagen Polo (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
