1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 435 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
