1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Allegro | Galant |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |