1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 244 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 56 L |
