1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 39 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1280 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
