1974 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Allegro | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Austin | Xedos |
Model | Allegro | 9 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |