1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 22 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Maestro | i20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 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 Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
