1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Allion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
