1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 420 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | Maestro | Cooper |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |