1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro.
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 RunX (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | RunX |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 171 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
