1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 60 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Allegro | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
