1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 332 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
