1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 212 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 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
