1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 445 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Allegro | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |