1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1973 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 960 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 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Allegro | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |