1957 AC Ace vs. 1989 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 21 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1989 Austin Maestro | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Ace | Maestro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |