1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, both 1988 Austin Maestro and 1988 TVR Type S were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Because 1988 TVR Type S 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 1988 TVR Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | Maestro | Type S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
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 | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |