1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1985 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 6 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1985 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | Bialbero | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 543 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
