1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
