1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 22 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
