1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1985 Austin Maestro and 1985 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 293 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. 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, 1985 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina. 1985 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maestro | Barina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |
