1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 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 1953 Austin A 70. 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Maestro | A 70 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |