1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 970 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 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Allegro | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
