1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 4 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
