2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1141 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Mercury | Austin |
| Model | Mariner | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
