1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 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 30 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1951 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 1951 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
