1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1972 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
