1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 720 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 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
