1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Palio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |
