1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 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 35 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
