1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Allegro | Milan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |