1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1090 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Allegro | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |