1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 62 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
