1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2011 Hyundai i20 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. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Maestro | i20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |