1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 BMW 2004
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 190 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 1973 BMW 2004 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 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1973 BMW 2004 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 2004 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
