1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Cordoba 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 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Austin |
| Model | Cordoba | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
