1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 83 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
