1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
