2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1630 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Land Rover | Austin |
| Model | Range Rover | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
