1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 710 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 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Allegro | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
