1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 5 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.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maestro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
