1987 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Buick | Austin |
| Model | Regal | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
