1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 640 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Allegro | Sable |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
