1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 380 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | Maestro | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |