1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
