2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 9-7X | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Saab | Austin |
| Model | 9-7X | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
