1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 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), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 415 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Allegro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
