1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 375 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Allegro | 146 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
