1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Justy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
