1979 Ford LTD vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Ford | Austin |
| Model | LTD | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
