1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1061 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 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 2005 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |