1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 19 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 640 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, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 332 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
