1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 355 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 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Berline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
