1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1972 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
