1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 31 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 756 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Allegro | Mariner |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |