2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1818 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1973 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Land Rover | Austin |
| Model | Defender | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
