1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maestro | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3800 mm |
