1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1948 Austin 16
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Because 1948 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1948 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | 16 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
