1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 255 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.
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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 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 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | 400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
