1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Celica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |