1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 680 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
