1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Allegro | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
