1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1960 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Austin | Riley |
Model | Maestro | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |