1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 884 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |