1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |