1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont 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 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maestro | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
