1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 355 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 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
