1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 725 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 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maestro | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
