1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro.
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, 1985 Fiat Regata (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Regata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
