1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 760 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
