1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.5 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
