1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Maestro | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |