1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 214 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 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
