1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Because 1963 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
