1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 559 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Maestro | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 24 L |
