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 (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 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 895 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 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1275 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |