1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 361 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1995 Caterham Super 7 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 1995 Caterham Super 7. 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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Austin | Caterham |
Model | Maestro | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |