1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 22 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Allion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
