1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1004 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Allegro | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
