1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1862 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 2010 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Allegro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 91 L |
