1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 12 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Allegro | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
