1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Record |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
