1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 770 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |
