1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover 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 5 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Allegro | Drover |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |