1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 270 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 1957 Morris Oxford 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 1957 Morris Oxford. 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, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | Allegro | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
