1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Maestro | P4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 138 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 |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |