2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Dodge | Austin |
| Model | Charger | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
