1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 282 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 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maestro | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
