1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 592 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
