1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 165 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 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
