1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 551 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
