1974 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 33 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 990 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 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Allegro | Antara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
