1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 1992 Morgan 4 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 1992 Morgan 4. 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, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Maestro | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
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 | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |