1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 800 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |
