1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 575 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | V50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
