1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | 130 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
