1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 554 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.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
