1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro.
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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
