1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1991 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
