1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
