1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 380 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, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
