1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 855 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
