1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 26 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 75 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
