1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1979 Renault Siete is newer by 6 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 15 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.
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 (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Siete |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
