1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Allegro | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
