1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1055 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Allegro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
