1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Toyota Starlet 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Allegro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
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 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Allegro | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Starlet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |