1974 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1186 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1974 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1974 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Allegro | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Allegro | Kyron |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |