1976 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 612 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Allegro | CT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
