1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
