1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ka weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Ka |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
