1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |