1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 142 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
