1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1157 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 Mercury Marauder 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 Mercury Marauder. 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 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Allegro | Marauder |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |