1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1040 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 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
