1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 955 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 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Maestro | Retona |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |