1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Allegro | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
