1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 34 L |
