1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 615 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Allegro | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
