1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
