1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
