1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Austin | Riley |
Model | Maestro | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |