1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
