1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 632 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Allegro | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |