1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger

To start off, both 1974 Austin Allegro and 1974 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Allegro weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1974 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Austin Allegro 1974 Steyr Haflinger
Make Austin Steyr
Model Allegro Haflinger
Year Released 1974 1974
Engine Size 1098 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 2860 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 1510 mm


 

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