1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maestro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
