1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 872 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 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Dodge | Austin |
| Model | Monaco | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
