1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1731 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
