1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maestro | Visa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |