1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 130 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
