1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 32 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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 (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Albea |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
