1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 1963 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Maestro | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
