1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 25 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maestro | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
