1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1975 Fiat 131 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 1975 Fiat 131. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
