1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
