1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 570 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 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
