1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro 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 13 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 72 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
