1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 24 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), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 174 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.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Allegro | Spider |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |