2012 Buick Enclave vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1278 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.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Enclave | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Buick | Austin |
Model | Enclave | Allegro |
Year Released | 2012 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |