1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Toyota Century
To start off, 1994 Toyota Century is newer by 21 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 962 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 1994 Toyota Century 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 1994 Toyota Century. 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, 1994 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1994 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1994 Toyota Century | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Century |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |