1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 690 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
