1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 303 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | Maestro | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
