1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1973 Peugeot 304 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Allegro | 304 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 67.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |