1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 21 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | iQ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 32 L |
