1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 13 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 383 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
