1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 269 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
