1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 85 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, 1992 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maestro | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
