1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 83 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Laser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
