1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Galant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
