1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1380 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 1955 Austin A 135 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 1955 Austin A 135. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 135 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2440 mm |
