1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1360 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 1980 GMC Suburban 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, 1980 GMC Suburban 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Allegro | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |