1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 307 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
