1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor 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 14 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1965 Vauxhall Victor 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 1965 Vauxhall Victor. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1965 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Allegro | Victor |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |