1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 496 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 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 229 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 | 838 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
