1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maestro | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
