1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Maestro | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
