1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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 Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa 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 Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
