1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1956 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 1956 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
