1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | 750 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
