1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
