1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 116 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Allegro | Delta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |