1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
