1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 110 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 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maestro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
