1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | 440 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
