1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Maestro | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |