1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 255 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maestro | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
