1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 189 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.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2012 Fiat 500 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. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
