1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 21 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2004 Italdesign Visconti has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Italdesign Visconti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | Maestro | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
