1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 97 kg more 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Allegro | Delta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |