1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
