1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 8 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 285 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 306 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
