1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 495 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, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1996 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Allegro | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
