1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 439 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 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Venturi |
Model | Allegro | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |