2002 Toyota Allion vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 164 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Allion | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Allion | Centura |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
