1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 498 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.9 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 | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
