1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Allegro | Dart |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
