1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. Both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1988 Austin Maestro are equipped with a 1,275 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1988 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 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 | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
