1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 445 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
