1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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 Peugeot 309 (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 309 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
