1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica 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 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
