1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Marcos |
Model | Maestro | 1500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |