1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 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 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 557 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maestro | C1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |