1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Fiat | Austin |
| Model | Ritmo | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
