1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 14 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 286 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
