1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Citroen C1
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2000 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | C1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
