1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 600 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 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Allegro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
