1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 885 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 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Allegro | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
