1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. 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 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Maestro | 600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 56 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |