1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 45 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Allegro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
