1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 630 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |