1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
