1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 24 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 465 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Maestro | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.5 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |
