1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
