1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 11 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 6 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Allegro | BX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |