1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 192 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | Touring |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 71 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |