1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Allegro | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
