1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 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 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Maestro | Punto |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |