1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 580 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 Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Solara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
