1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 22 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Maestro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 1986 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2008 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maestro | Trevis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
