1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 30 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
