1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 642 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
