1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maestro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
