1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 335 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, 1996 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Allegro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
