1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
