1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
