1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 13 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 1 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Regata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 55.5 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
