1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 5 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 630 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 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Allegro | Regal |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |