1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 25 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, 2011 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Maestro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | Maestro | Alto |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |