1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, both 1985 Austin Maestro and 1985 Fiat Regata were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (81 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 17 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Maestro | Regata |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |