1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 202 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.
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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Maestro | 400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 918 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |