1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 71 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
