1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Maestro | Salsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |