1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1000 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
