1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2013 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Austin Maestro | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | X1 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |