1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | Maestro |
Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |