1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. 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, 1989 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Maestro | A 40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |