1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 25 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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | City |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |