1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1989 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
