1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
