1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 320 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 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Allegro | Calibra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |