1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulietta | Allegro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |