1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 928 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Allegro | 807 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
