1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1979 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1979 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Allegro weights approximately 71 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1979 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
