1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1560 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 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Allegro | LS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 84 L |
