1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,076 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1966 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |