1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 122 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Allegro | 21 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |