1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome 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 38 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 514 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Allegro | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1990 mm |
