1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 Mazda 818 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, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Allegro | 818 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |