1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 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), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 248 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 1982 Lancia Beta 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 1982 Lancia Beta. 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Beta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
