1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
