1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 800 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 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
