1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 840 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Allegro | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |