1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
