1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1954 Austin A 135
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1085 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 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1954 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
