1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 75 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
