1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
