1962 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 29 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | Allegro |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 820 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 | 54 L | 47 L |