1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 150 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 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
