1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
