1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 20 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
