1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
