1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 22 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 465 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 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2001 Toyota Allion (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Allion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
