1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 996 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maestro | Vito |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |