1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Maestro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |