1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Austin Montego
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 201 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1988 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
