1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 827 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 1953 Buick 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 1953 Buick 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
