1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 309 is newer by 16 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 27 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 12 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 309 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
