1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1949 Bristol 402
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 402 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 402 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 1949 Bristol 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1949 Bristol 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1949 Bristol 402 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | Maestro | 402 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |
