1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
