1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Austin Marina

To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 Austin Marina were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 9 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.

Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 Marina. 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 Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Austin Allegro 1972 Austin Marina
Make Austin Austin
Model Allegro Marina
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1485 cc 1273 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 68 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.2 mm 70.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 81.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2440 mm


 

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