1954 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 AC Aceca weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
