1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 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 23 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Allegro | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
