1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1981 Ford Probe
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 Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 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, 1981 Ford Probe (148 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1981 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Probe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1370 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
