2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1966 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.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Ford | Austin |
| Model | Expedition | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
