1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 6 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina.
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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maestro | Barina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
