1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 335 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 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Allegro | 25 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |