1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 22 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 317 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1995 BMW 317 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW 317. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 317 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
