1978 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Hilux (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 559 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Hilux |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 56 L |