1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 129 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
