1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
