1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 450 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Maestro | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
