1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 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 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | Allegro | 7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
