1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 34 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 934 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |
