1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
