1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 18 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 392 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1991 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
