1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 406 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 161 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 | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |