1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro.
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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
