1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 11 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Allegro | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
