1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 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 55 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
