1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Allegro | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 104 L |