1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1985 Austin Maestro | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | Maestro |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |