1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 491 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Focus |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |