1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Consul |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |