1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 420 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maestro | Dart |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
