1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 960 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 2013 Jaguar XK 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 2013 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Allegro | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2752 mm |
