1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
