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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 198 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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |