1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Echo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.4 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
