1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise 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 1999 Lotus Elise. 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | Allegro | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
