1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 381 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Allegro | Toledo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |