1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 22 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 259 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
