1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1988 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. Both 1967 Austin 1300 and 1988 Austin Maestro are equipped with a 1,275 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 57 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1988 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 34 L |
