1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Tercel (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Tercel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |