1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
