1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 704 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 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Viper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
