1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 555 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 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Allegro | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
