1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 632 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
