1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 272 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
