1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Allegro | Seicento |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |