1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
