1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1146 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 180 L |
