1990 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
