1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 11 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 130 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, 1984 Austin Montego (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
