1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 304 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
