1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
