1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 230 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 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
