1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Maestro | Delta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |