1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
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, 2004 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Maestro | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
