1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
