1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1954 Austin A 30
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1954 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |
