1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 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 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
