1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 715 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 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Allegro | Dakota |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |