1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 Citroen SM were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 634 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Allegro | SM |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 25 L |