1960 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 AC Aceca weights approximately 79 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 AC Aceca 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 1979 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
