1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 425 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
