1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Corona |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |