1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
