1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1025 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Escape |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
