1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1105 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Allegro | FF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
