1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 740 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allegro | 250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
