1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 103 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.
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 Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
