1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia 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 20 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 1960 Lancia Appia. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maestro | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
