1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 17 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker 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.
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, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Allegro | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
