1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Allegro | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
