1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 102 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 (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
