1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1041 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Allegro | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |