1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1102 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Maestro | Ducato |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |