1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | Allegro | Europa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
