1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 655 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |