1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, 2002 Tata Indica is newer by 15 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indica weights approximately 15 kg more 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, 2002 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2002 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Maestro | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
