1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
