1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 1976 Austin Allegro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Allegro weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Allegro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 29 L |
