1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1025 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Austin |
| Model | Blazer | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
