1974 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Will |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
