1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 745 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 Volvo V90 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 Volvo V90. 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 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | V90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
