1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 635 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 Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2625 mm |
