1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 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 91 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
