1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |
