1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1974 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1974 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Allegro weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1974 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 850 | Allegro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |