1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 655 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 1984 BMW 628 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 1984 BMW 628. 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 628 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
