1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 415 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | CX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
