1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 815 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Allegro | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Previa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |