1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 410 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 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
