1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
