1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 8 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 1042 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 1981 Buick Estate 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 1981 Buick Estate. 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1981 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | Estate |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
