1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
