1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |