1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 687 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 2009 BMW 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 130 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
