1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 90 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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Maestro | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
