1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |
