1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro. 1999 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |