1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 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, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
