1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 267 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
