1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul 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 20 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Consul |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |