1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |