1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 10 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 417 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 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | Allegro | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
