1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 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 | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
