1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maestro | 607 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
