1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 56 L |
