1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 13 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 640 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | CX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
