1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
