1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
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 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Allegro | Mini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
