2001 Toyota RunX vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Toyota | Austin |
| Model | RunX | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
