1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 26 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
