1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 159 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 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. 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 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Capri |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |