1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 468 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Maestro | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
