1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 MG MGB
To start off, both 1972 Austin Allegro and 1972 MG MGB were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 MG MGB weights approximately 132 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 MG MGB 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 MG MGB. 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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1972 MG MGB | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | Allegro | MGB |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |