1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1453 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 99 L |
