1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | C4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
