1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 205 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
