1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 725 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 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
