1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 Austin 2200 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 351 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 1972 Austin 2200 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 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Allegro | 2200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |