1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 312 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
