1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
