1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 450 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Allegro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2645 mm |