1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 740 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 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
