1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 1020 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
