1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 275 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 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
