1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1180 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
