1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 38 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Agila |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
