1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 10 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 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Maestro | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |