1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Maestro | Toledo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |