1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 360 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 1971 Toyota 2000GT 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 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
