1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
