1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
