1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone.
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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maestro | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |