1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 433 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Allegro | Contour |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 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 | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |