1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 10 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | Maestro | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
