1976 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 517 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
