2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 32 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 795 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Alhambra | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Seat | Austin |
| Model | Alhambra | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
