1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | Allegro | Samba |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
