1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1012 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Allegro | Milan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |