1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 520 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.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
