1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
