1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 17 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Maestro | 407 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |