1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
