1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 15 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 105 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Siena |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
