1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 803 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 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Supra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
