1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maestro | Avella |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
