1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 900 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 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |