1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Allegro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
