1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Allegro | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
