1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 769 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Allegro | S60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
