1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 1900 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
