1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 337 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Allegro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
