1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 64 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |