1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 277 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maestro | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
