1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 267 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
