1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
