1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 552 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
