1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1050 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |
