1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 576 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Allegro | Liana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
