1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Maestro | 2600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |