1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 425 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 Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
