1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 416 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.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
