1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 35 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 420 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Allegro | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
