1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 430 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
