1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
