1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
