1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio 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 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
