1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 1 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Abarth 124 weights approximately 32 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 124 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 838 kg |
