1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1993 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Maestro | Toledo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |