1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1984 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 34 L |
